Patrick Stewart has died. The star of "Star Trek" and "X-Men" was 86 years old.

British actor Patrick Stewart, known for his roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men," has passed away at the age of 86 after a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease. His family announced his death, stating he died at home in Los Angeles surrounded by loved ones. Stewart was celebrated for his dignity and empathy, both on and off the screen. He gained fame as Professor Charles Xavier and Captain Jean-Luc Picard, and had a distinguished career in theater and film, including a long tenure with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Stewart was born on July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, and made his Broadway debut in the 1970s.